Plan Ahead

Do as much research as possible, ask as many questions as you can before plans are drawn up; changes on site can push up build costs and cause delays.

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1. Design of the project

2. With the position of the project to help you make best use of natural resources.

3. Meet the building regulations and NHBC SAP Testing.

4. Organise the best methods of supplying energy and resources to the your home.

5. Arrange for the removal of waste.

6. Organise the 18 elements of a timber frame build.

7. Arrange skilled tradesmen.

8. Eco Building products directory

9. Heating, lighting and appliances

10. Grants

If you successfully plan all these elements, then you are well on the way to building a well lit, strong, warm and energy efficient home. It will also be a home that will help you save CO2, slow climate change and help secure our planets future.

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Plan Ahead !